Son Saura to Son Bou (approx. 26 km)
This stage of the Camí de Cavalls from Son Saura to Son Bou is one of the most spectacular southern coastal walks on Menorca, known for its turquoise bays, pine forests, and iconic (virgin) beaches. Leaving the wide sandy bays of Son Saura, the trail heads east towards some of the island’s most famous coves.
The first highlight is Cala des Talaier, a small, picture-perfect bay with crystal-clear water, followed by the larger and lively Cala Turqueta, often considered one of the most beautiful beaches on Menorca. From here, the path becomes more natural and shaded, winding through Mediterranean pine forests and along limestone cliffs. The coastline remains wild and scenic as you reach Cala Macarelleta and Cala Macarella, two of the most fantastic coves on the island with dazzling turquoise water and white sand. These bays are unforgettable but can be busy in high season. Continuing east you reach Cala Galdana, a striking, semi-circular bay with restaurants and Cafés is known for its fine white sand and extremely shallow, crystal-clear water, making it particularly popular with families. The landscape becomes quieter again. Remote beaches such as Cala Mitjana and Cala Trebalúger offer a more peaceful atmosphere and showcase Menorca’s unspoiled southern coast at its best. The constant ups and downs along the cliffs make this stage physically demanding but incredibly rewarding, with continuous sea views. To able to see the coastand its many beaches, you have to come off the Camí de Cavalls and take the coastal path up to Binigaus with its amazingly natural sandy beach leading along the rocks. The final kilometers open up towards the long, sweeping bay of Son Bou, the longest sandy beach on Menorca. With its golden sand, The Prat Son Bou, also known as Albufera de Ses Canessies, is one of the island’s main wetlands and the most important on the south coast, dunes, and wide horizon.
